Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)

RTX•Lansing, MI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This procurement position plays a critical role within Pratt & Whitney’s Supply Chain organization, supporting procurement activities that enable uninterrupted manufacturing and site operations. This position is responsible for the execution of sourcing strategies, supplier management, and purchase order management for indirect goods and outside services. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and timely procurement of materials and services that support operational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or related field and 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related field
Experience working in a manufacturing or operational environment
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP and/or Ariba procurement systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting indirect procurement categories
Familiarity with aerospace industry and AS9100 quality standards

Responsibilities

Execute sourcing and procurement activities for indirect materials and services (MRO, consumables, services, capital support, etc.)
Support RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection in alignment with site-level strategies
Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, lead times, and terms & conditions
Assist in contract execution and supplier onboarding processes
Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies
Operate with a high degree of autonomy to manage indirect and outside services categories, making sound and compliant procurement decisions to support business objectives
Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery (OTD), responsiveness, and quality
Coordinate with suppliers to resolve delivery issues, shortages, and invoice discrepancies
Support supplier communications and maintain strong working relationships
Ensure timely placement and follow-up of purchase orders to support site operations
Partner with Materials Planning and internal stakeholders to align supply with demand
Proactively identify and escalate supply risks or constraints impacting operations
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and EHS teams to support procurement needs
Ensure compliance with company policies, AS9100 requirements, and procurement procedures
Support new product introduction (NPI), site projects, and operational initiatives as needed
Maintain accurate procurement data within SAP and/or Ariba systems
Analyze purchasing data to support decision-making and performance improvement
Support audit readiness and documentation compliance